Dating a young woman as a Christian? One of the easiest ways to set good boundaries is to think about it from her brother's point of view.
Talking Points:
- If you’re dating, respect that woman as another guy’s sister. How would you like someone to treat your sister? Matthew 7:12
- The Bible teaches that sex is to be saved for marriage, but it doesn’t lay out many specific boundaries beyond that for dating relationships. Hebrews 13:4
- Pushing physical boundaries is a slippery slope. Don’t expect to have self-control in the moment if you let those boundaries slide. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20
Discussion Questions:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Read Galatians 5:19-21. What does this passage speak to the issue of setting boundaries in dating? How does Hebrews 13:4 expand on it?
- Read 1 Corinthians 6:18-20. According to this passage, we are not told to “fight” sexual immorality. What should we do instead? Explain.
- If you’re dating, what boundaries have you set? Have you crossed those boundaries? If so, how?
- If your sister and a guy went too far in their relationship, would you blame her or him? Who is responsible for purity in a relationship? Explain.
- “Treat other people’s sister the way you want your sister to be treated.” Make a list of boundaries you would want a guy to respect with your sister. Can you respect that list with your girlfriend? Why or why not?
